phil, Author at Retired Working Dogs NZ

Rural Life features RWD

phil — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:51:40 +0000

A North Otago teacher is giving retired working dogs a second chance at life. Read Elizabeth's story in "Rural Life"

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2021 Calendar now shipping!

phil — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:07:00 +0000

They’re here!! Our 2021 calendars are hot off the press and ready to go. With all kinds of retired working dogs, from the one-eyed to the three-legged and everything in between, each month features a different poster dog re-homed through … Read More

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RWD on the Wireless

phil — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 07:05:28 +0000

“The Kiwi charity teaching old farm dogs new tricks” James Fyfe Transcript from Newshub Natalie Smith spoke to Rural Today. Credits: Video – Newshub; Image – Retired Working Dogs NZ A Kiwi charity says it can’t keep up with demand … Read More

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Whippy the retired pig dog

phil — Tue, 07 May 2019 00:54:07 +0000

Due to his work and living circumstances, Whippy’s old owner was unable to keep her. His kids said “Good bye” to her and he took her on the one-way trip to the vet. Luckily for Whippy, the vet nurse knew … Read More

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Rotary write-up in Martinborough Star

phil — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:05:37 +0000

Last month we were privileged to be invited to present to South Wairarapa Rotary. The gathering of over 100 members in Greytown was entertained with stories about the charity and some of the dogs we have worked with. Following the … Read More

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Great RWD article in Wairarapa Times-Age

phil — Mon, 08 Apr 2019 01:28:40 +0000

We’re so pleased to see that RWD has made it to the top of Grant’s in-tray! Grant has written a lovely piece in this week’s Wairarapa Times-Age about the charity and our forthcoming Big Rail Trail Dog Walk. We hope … Read More

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New logo for Retired Working Dogs

phil — Sun, 10 Feb 2019 22:49:33 +0000

We are very proud to announce the unveiling of our new logo! The new logo draws upon the popularity of our new lettering introduced last year, and the “paw” emblem – which emphasises that we support ALL working breeds, and … Read More

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2019 Calendar now available!

phil — Sat, 13 Oct 2018 22:38:35 +0000

We are very proud to announce that the Retired Working Dog Adoption 2019 Calendar is now available for available for order! It features stunning pictures of 12 of the dogs we have worked with and their stories. Remember: all proceeds … Read More

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Daisy

phil — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 09:13:39 +0000

I would like to introduce you to Daisy. A big old gentle high country Huntaway who is living out her remaining years with love and comfort in permanent foster with the help of Retired Working Dogs NZ. In June 2016 … Read More

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Country Calendar success!

phil — Tue, 03 Jul 2018 21:05:33 +0000

Well, what a show TVNZ broadcast on Sunday! “Country Calendar” gave a great perspective on the work that Tania does for the charity. The photography was stunning and showed-off how Tania and Peter have created a space that works for … Read More

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